2003 Opel Signum vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 Opel Signum and 2003 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 675 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Signum | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Signum | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |